
Mandarin Oriental Celadon Green: A Bold Expression Of Calm
Mandarin Oriental Celadon Green:
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Have you ever wondered what it feels like to step inside a color? The debut of Mandarin Oriental Celadon Green, created alongside the Pantone Color Institute, redefined how a single hue can shape an experience. Now, at Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park in London, that vision comes to life in the Pantone Celadon Suite, an immersive sanctuary where every surface, texture, and detail resonates with serenity and sophistication.
Designed with the Paris-based collective Uchronia and revealed just in time for frieze London, the suite invites guests to move through a space where Mandarin Oriental Celadon Green is more than a colour, it is a philosophy. Can a shade inspire calm, curiosity, and delight all at once? Yes! In this suite, it does, transforming heritage and contemporary artistry into a living, breathing experience.
Curated with tactile textures, sculptural forms, and a poetic play of light, the suite invited guests into an immersive world where color, hospitality and creativity flowed in perfect balance. As Alex Schellenberger, Chief Brand and Marketing Officer for Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, explains:
“The Pantone Celadon Suite is a bold expression of our brand’s evolution. It shows how a single color can be transformed into an immersive experience, weaving together our heritage with contemporary artistry”. Amid this dialogue between heritage and modernity, Malabar was invited to contribute its unmistakable craftsmanship to the story. Through its sculptural furniture and expressive design that echoed the emotional depth of Mandarin Oriental Celadon Green, a meeting of worlds where artistry becomes experience, and color becomes emotion.
“Color is a powerful storyteller”
Laurie Pressman, Vice President of the Pantone Color

Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park
Overlooking the iconic Hyde Park, Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park stands as a sanctuary where heritage and modern serenity coexist in perfect harmony. Designed by Joyce Wang to mirror the park’s natural beauty, each room and suite reflects a dialogue between nature and contemporary luxury, blending timeless British elegance with the brand’s signature Asian hospitality. With its award-winning spa and celebrated dining, fom the two-Michelin-starred Dinner by Heston Blumenthal to The Aubrey and The Rosebery. With Mandarin Oriental Celadon Green threading a serene visual identity throughout its interiors, making it one of London’s most distinguished addresses.
Pantone Color Institute
For over half a century, Pantone has shaped how the world communicates through colour. From fashion to interiors, it has given designers a shared visual language, one that transcends borders and disciplines.Through the Pantone Color Institute, the brand continues to influence global design trends, exploring colour’s emotional and cultural power, reminding us that Mandarin Oriental Celadon Green is not merely something we see, but something we feel, a quiet yet powerful form of connection.
Uchronia
At the heart of the Pantone Celadon Suite lies the creative vision of Julien Sebban, founder of Paris-based collective Uchronia. Known for its fearless use of colour and sculptural form, Uchronia blurs the lines between architecture, interior design, and collectible art. Sebban’s bold and joyful approach is rooted in a love of colour, expressive form, and artisanal craftsmanship, creating immersive, emotionally charged environments inspired by the idea of “fictitious time.” Every project, from restaurants and boutique hotels to large-scale installations is imagined as a living narrative, guided by Sebban’s joyful philosophy, where Mandarin Oriental Celadon Green transforms materials and hues into moments of wonder, crafting experiences that feel both timeless and vibrantly alive.
The Meaning of Mandarim Oriental Celadon Green:
You might be wondering… why Celadon Green? Is it simply for its serene beauty, its subtle trendiness, or is there a deeper story at play? In reality, this is a colour that goes far beyond aesthetics, a bespoke shade developed by Pantone. Mandarin Oriental Celadon Green is a hue steeped in centuries of Asian artistry, evoking both calm and strength, tradition and modernity.
Its soft, bluish-gray undertones do more than decorate a space, they set a rhythm for the senses, inviting guests to pause, breathe, and engage with their surroundings. Inspried from the ancient art of celadon ceramics, the shade acts as a unifying visual thread across Mandarin Oriental’s global portfolio, reflecting a legacy of thoughtful design and immersive experience.
In the Pantone Celadon Suite, the colour threads through every detail, from bathmat and towels to hand-finished furnishings, creating a dialogue where colour and craft converse seamlessly. It is a colour that gently pleases, yet elevates: quietly luxurious, intentionally curated, and deeply immersive. As guests move through the suite, they experience the poetry of Celadon Green in every gesture, from the soft fabrics underfoot to the reflective surfaces that catch the light, revealing a space that is as much about feeling as it is about seeing.
The Art of Colour in Hospitality:
But how does colour matter so much in hospitality? And why it resonate so deeply today?
In a world that often feels overwhelming, travellers are seeking more than just a place to stay, they’re looking for spaces that offer balance, tranquility, and a sense of connection.
Celadon Green provides just that. Its gentle presence calms the mind, evokes a sense of timeless elegance, and invites guests to slow down and savour the moment
At Mandarin Oriental, this colour isn’t just a backdrop; it’s a central element that enhances every aspect of the guest journey, from the soothing spa environments to the thoughtfully curated culinary experiences. It reflects a commitment to creating immersive, sensorial spaces that resonate with guests on a deeper level.
So, in today’s culture, where mindfulness and intentionality are paramount, Celadon Green stands as a testament to the power of colour to transform spaces and elevate experiences.

Inside the Celadon Suite : A Sensory Experience
Let’s step a little closer… Few have had the chance to experience the Pantone Celadon Suite with their own eyes. Nestled in the heart of Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, the suite transforms the philosophy of Celadon Green into a tangible, lived experience. Each corner invites exploration, each surface a conversation between colour, texture, and thoughtful design.So, let’s wander through the suite and discover the poetry of Celadon Green in every detail.
Dreaming in Celadon: The Bedroom Experience

The Celadon Suite’s bedroom, symbolizes transformative power of Mandarin Oriental Celadon Green is immediately palpable. Soft bedsheets in Moiré fabric in the signature hue invite a moment of pause, while a sculpted floral headboard and a suspended pendant lamp echo the room’s artistic sensibility, blending elegance with whimsy.
Layered textiles, naive dripping curtains in green, purple, and orange, along with vibrant cushions, add playful pops of colour that dance against the serene backdrop, creating a dialogue between calm and creativity. Bespoke bedside tables and tactile surfaces invite touch like the cloudy carving rug, reinforce the suite’s immersive, sensorial approach. Every detail, from the sculpted florals to the carefully curated accents, positions the bedroom not just as a place to rest, but as an intimate gallery where design, colour, and craftsmanship coalesce into a living work of art.
Nestled in the corners of the bedroom, subtle details amplify the room’s playful sophistication. A surrealistic floor lamp in striking green and red punctuates the serene Mandarin Oriental Celadon Green palette, its sculptural form and textured surfaces adding an unexpected artistic note. Nearby, an armchair and a small bench in soft celadon and muted yellow create a harmonious nook, inviting both repose and admiration. Every piece feels irresistibly Uchronia, artful, tactile, and perfectly attuned to the suite’s immersive story.


Immersed in Celadon: The Bathroom’s Subtle Elegance
Stepping into the bathroom, the presence of Mandarin Oriental Celadon Green continues to soothe and inspire. A plush cloudy celadon-hued rug grounds the space, while the mirror subtly reflects the name of the signature shade, turning the colour itself into a decorative element. Surrealistic naive set of tables, delicate vases, sculptural accessories, and curated surfaces, echo the serene tone, reinforcing the suite’s immersive narrative.
Every element, from the thoughtful placement of accents to the harmonious layering of textures, transforms the bathroom into more than a functional space: it becomes a quiet retreat where craftsmanship, colour, and design converge in understated elegance.

The Madonna Stool Touch In Celadon Green
Continuing the narrative, the Madonna Stool from Malabar takes its place in the bathroom, upholstered in a luxurious Celadon Green velvet and resting on four sculptural marble spheres.
This distinctive piece introduces a tactile contrast to the room’s calm, while its bold geometry echoes the suite’s expressive spirit. Here, it doesn’t just occupy space, it converses with it, quietly anchoring the immersive experience of Mandarin Oriental Celadon Green.
A Whimsical Harmony: Where Celadon Meets Fantasy

In the living room, Mandarin Oriental Celadon Green takes on a more expressive rhythm — soft yet bold, grounding yet ethereal. Stepping into the living room feels like crossing into a dream, one painted in soft celadon greens, fluid curves, and quiet opulence.
Circular lines flow across the centre table and the cloud-like rug, their gentle rhythm grounding the eclectic mix of styles that somehow find perfect harmony in the same breath. Against the wall, a painting in Mandarin Oriental Celadon Green anchors the space with quiet grace, its gentle hue radiating calm amidst the room’s artistic energy.
There’s an almost fable-like charm to the space: floral stools blooming beside vases of vivid flowers, cushions whispering in pattern and colour, and the subtle glow of Celadon weaving through every surface. Amid this serene Eden of design, a small surrealist “monster” sculpture adds a playful twist, a wink from Uchronia reminding us that true luxury doesn’t just soothe; it surprises.
Among these artful details, Malabar’s Bru Tel Dining Chair in Mandarin Oriental Celadon Green join the story, blending Portuguese artistry with Pantone’s refined calm. The sculptural silhouette and soft geometry echo the suite’s serene rhythm. At the same time, the tactile upholstery in the signature hue deepens the dialogue between texture and tone, creating a poetic expression of contemporary design.

Celadon Green: A Philosophy of Calm & Connection
In the end, Mandarin Oriental Celadon Green reveals itself as more than a colour, it’s a language of emotion, a quiet bridge between heritage and modernity, between what we see and what we feel. It reminds us that design is not about perfection, but about presence, about creating spaces that breathe, touch, and connect.
The impact of colour on our emotions is undeniable. In a world that often moves too fast, the overstimulating, dopamine-fueled tones of seasons past fade away, we are drawn to shades that restore balance and evoke quiet pleasure. Celadon Green embodies this shift, a colour that soothes without dulling, that feels as luxurious as it is humble. Within its delicate hue lies a universal promise: beauty that nurtures, sophistication that feels human, and a sense of calm that lingers long after you leave the room.
Because, perhaps, that’s the true power of colour — not just to decorate, but to heal, to connect, to remind us of what still feels real.
So tell us… what colour defines your calm?
Share your thoughts with us and let Mandarin Oriental Celadon Green inspire your own moments of calm and design!
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Notes to Editor:
Artists: Lydia Chan, Neal Camilleri, Isabel and Helen, James Shaw, Attua Aparicio, Jochen Holz, Mark Brazier-Jones, Yasmina Abou Jaoude, Uchronia
Artisans: Govindia Hemphill, Galerie B – Manufacture de Tourly, Atelier Roma
Brands: Dedar, Edra, CC-Tapis, Malabar, Birdie Fortescue, L’Objet, Porta Romana, House of Hackney